Top 15 Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Havens to Explore in Raleigh

Lynn Sanguedolce

This is a fun place to go with great gluten free options for Italian food. My server had celiac disease and was very knowledgeable. I have been here a few times and not had any problems here.

Dan Sheehan

This is a great spot for food allergies. My wife had a fried chicken sandwich which was gluten free and she was in heaven. I had their signature black bean burger and the jalapeno jam was very tasty.

Stephanie Garcia

English and Spanish: I have been to this restaurant several times and have loved it every time! They are allergy-friendly, 100% gluten-free, and are willing to make accommodations. They have this vegan cilantro sauce that is phenomenal. I’ve gotten the vegan beyond arepa with avacados, lettuce, and Fritos. The rice and beans (the beans depend on who is making it; there have been some inconsistencies there), but everything else is good. I also love their fresh juices. The passionfruit one is my favorite. English and Spanish: I have been to this restaurant several times and have always loved it. They are allergy-friendly, 100% gluten-free, and are willing to make accommodations. They have a vegan cilantro sauce that is phenomenal. I have ordered the vegan beyond arepa with avocado, lettuce, and Fritos. The rice and beans (the beans depend on who prepares them; there have been some inconsistencies), but everything else is good. I also love their fresh juices. The passion fruit one is my favorite.

zachary proehl

So I have autoimmune disease called Celiac Disease and that means gluten and me do not get along at all. This place has great gluten free reviews and was super excited coming here. Well now I am about ready to lose my mind. I asked my usual questions concerning gluten free items and preparations for their food/drinks. I ordered a CIDER and got served a BEER without hesitation. This is actually absurd. When somebody asks you about gluten free items and safety precautions and then immediately within 2 minutes get served a gluten containing item, it’s just actually ridiculous. The server was apologetic and kind but not knowing the difference between beer and cider is disheartening.

Kolin McKelvey

Food was good. We got their beignets and some breakfast stacker crepes. My Celiac wife forgot to tell them that she was gluten free so they had to remake the dish for her. They were very nice about it. Only reason for lack of star was server wasn’t very attentive and forgot silverware

Dani Dire

Hands down my favorite place for gluten free pizza! They are very accommodating to gluten free customers. Not only do they have gluten free pizza crust but they also have vegan cheese 😍 They have specific pizzas that can be prepared certified gluten free as shown on the menu. Some ingredients vary by location so be sure to double check. Sometimes I venture out and build my own pizza but I always verify which ingredients are safe. They also have individually wrapped gluten free brownies for dessert!

Bethany Bishop

Celiac friendly. The staff was knowledgeable about cross contamination and were able to highlight everything on the menu that I could eat. Delicious food and good atmosphere.

Parish Wolfe

Bida Manda is amazing. I go there regularly and it’s always a good experience. They have a lot of gluten free options and the menu is well marked for gluten.

katiew36

Let me just say- a cafe that is SPACIOUS, open EVERY DAY until 8pm, has tons of flavors, is affordable, GREAT service!!!! this was my first time here and i got a cold brew with sugar free chocolate and raspberry it was SO GOOD!! i am gluten free and appreciated the separate case for gf items, but unfortunate it all contains nuts so i wasn’t able to try any of it… however it looks fantastic!!!

Sheri Alkire

Service and food were great! My only disappointment is that HQ is changing their menu and taking several items off including one of my favorite gluten free foods…street noodles.

Renee Urban

Yikes. Don’t even know where to start. Long story short - don’t come here. We waited over an hour and a half for our food and after that we walked out. Never typically leave reviews for restaurants but this was an exception because it was so bad. I mean the worst restaurant experience I’ve ever had. We kept getting different excuses from the waiter and the manager. At one point it was that “gluten free pizza takes longer” (which has never been a hold up in the past at Mellow), another time it was “the kitchen made your orders wrong,” and the third time it was “the kitchen lost your ticket and your order hasn’t been made.” After over an hour and a half of waiting and the server asking us our order again and getting the order wrong on the ticket, we decided to leave. Manager and waiter never seemed to care that we had been waiting over an hour and a half, there was no sympathy or apologies, and they were rude. Exceptionally bad customer service. Other tables were waiting for their food and the food pick up section had a large amount of people waiting a long time too. So don’t count on pick up being timely either. Understand delays can happen because of staff shortage and busy hours, but the restaurant was half empty and tons of servers standing around. None of our group will be coming back. Highly recommend you don’t go here or if you really want Mellow Mushroom to visit the Cary or Durham location.

John Yates

I want to start by saying, we really liked the restaurant and food was great! Their gluten free bread was really good also. The reason for the 3 star review though is solely based on our experience with the waitress. When we ordered I ordered their Turkey club, hella good btw, and asked for gluten free bread. I then asked for the french fries. Her body language and attitude immediately changed very aggressively and replied, “I can’t give you that” I asked why, and she said “because they’re fried in the same oil as other things”. I then tried to explain that I have more of a gluten intolerance and would be fine. I live with it and know my body. “She then got even more rude and defensive and said “ Well I will not be responsible if you get sick then” I have never been treated like that over gluten before. I greatly appreciate the concern she was trying to convey however the level of rude and tone of talking to me like a child was extremely off putting and honestly will never go back there because of her. We genuinely really loved the atmosphere and vibe of the restaurant until her. Maybe she was having a bad day but to be nice and friendly and then a complete 180 difference was extremely disappointing.

Mica Baker

Authentic Italian cuisine. Gluten free options. Always delicious!

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Susan Rodriguez

I’m a vegetarian, and the main menu has almost no meat-free dishes—but Winston’s actually is vegetarian friendly as long as you say something to the waiter. They have a complete alternative menu available: the front lists vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the back has gluten-free dishes. I can’t speak to the gluten-free options, but the vegan and vegetarian choices are excellent!

Dawn Lineman

Love that it’s completely gluten free I have celiac and anxiety when trying new places but my biggest concern was what to eat I chose the khalessi bowl and hot mocha omg soooo gooooo if you like clean juice you will love this my partner had avacado toast and couldn’t tell it was gf wish I lived closer

Randy Earl

This was my first visit to Bad Daddy's. I have Celiac disease, so gluten free options are extremely important to me, and it's a real treat for me to have a proper burger-in-a-bun rather than a lettuce wrap, even if it is a GF bun (they tend to fall apart without gluten to hold them together; no fault of the restaurant). My burger was delicious; I'll definitely come back when I need a burger fix. However, my review is mixed because I found the ambience lacking - the music was loud and of what I considered to be an obnoxious selection (personal taste, I know, but hey, it's my review). Also my menu was dirty, which was a real turn-off. A few customer-focused tweaks and it could be a five-star experience for me, but currently it's not.

Dhruti Dave

This was the best experience for burgers fot anyone with gluten free preferences.

Katrina Jeffery

They have dairy free options for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan/vegetarian. I got the chocolate and Oreo. The Oreo is made with gluten free Oreos which was a plus for me. Both were tasty. The employees were helpful and pleasant. We will return!

Charlie G

Go to spot for lunch. Food is always fresh and a great way for me to eat healthy and feel full after! Plenty of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options.

Robbey Lindstedt

My wife is gluten free and dairy free. This is one of only a few places in Raleigh who has both options and is most importantly...delicious 🤤

Denise Donohue

My family had an amazing meal at Cowfish. As someone with gluten sensitivity, it's so hard to find safe foods. It was very comforting when the waitress asked if anyone had allergies before even taking our drink orders. The menu has something for everyone & there are some very interesting combinations. All-in-all, the food was delicious & the atmosphere was very fun & celebratory. We had a wonderful time!

Kylie Oliver

They have GF buns, as well as a dedicated fryer. The staff is so friendly and informative and the food is absolutely delicious!

Jayme Berggren

Food was delicious! We had 3 different chicken dishes. And three different desserts! Service was excellent ! All of the food items were gluten free except for Chili Naam! We were given extra chili sauce to accommodate different palates!

Fred Lybrand

Nice restaurant, lackluster meats. Pork was dry and tastes of liquid smoke. Ribs were slathered in sauce. Got a combo with 2 tiny slices of brisket that were dry despite being dunked in sauce. Gluten free items are labeled - but there is fryer cross contamination for potato skins and wings. Servers are nice, vibe is good, crowd is hopping. Food? Not worth it.

Pamela Campbell

I love the gluten-free options!

Julia Pedroza

Absolutely love this place. Wish we could get here more often (and that they had non gluten-free coffee cake 😂)

Rebeca Palomo

Vegan, lactose free, and gluten-free menu: ask for it Overall, above average; could use some improvement ( seating is a bit tight ( we can hear the full conversation sometimes) ) Rebeca

Shanah Bell

I met a client here for a morning coffee meeting and it was a great experience. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The entire restaurant is gluten free, which was fantastic to learn. They do have some vegan drink and food options, but not many. Macadamia and Almond milk are the plant milk options. I got a hot Golden Latte and added a shot of espresso. It was delicious! My client got a smoothie bowl, which she loved. Please note that all of the smoothies contain whey protein so they are NOT vegan, but you can ask for the plant protein as a swap instead. Overall, the atmosphere and experience were very enjoyable. The only thing that would make this place better was if they incorporated more inherently vegan/ plant based options in order to cater to a wider variety of people.

Emma Douglass

If you’re on the hunt for the ultimate pizza experience, look no further than V Pizza in Brier Creek, Raleigh, NC! This place is a slice of heaven that has taken my taste buds on a thrilling ride, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! Let’s start with the pizza. Oh my goodness, where do I even begin? Tastes like it was made with love in a secret Italian kitchen. Each bite is a celebration of flavor that had me dancing on the table. And for gluten-free friends, fear not! They’ve got gluten-free options that are so good, you might find yourself questioning your commitment to gluten altogether! V Pizza has this cozy, welcoming vibe that makes you feel right at home. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring you have everything you need to enjoy your meal. It’s the kind of place where you can kick back, let your hair down, and indulge in some serious pizza bliss. But wait! The adventure doesn’t end with the pizza. Right next door is Flask, the cocktail lounge that’s basically the cherry on top of this pizza sundae. After savoring every cheesy bite, I strolled over to Flask, and let me tell you, it’s like stepping into a chic speakeasy! The cocktail menu is impressive, with inventive drinks that are as delicious as they are stunning. Every drink is rich, flavorful, and sophisticated. The bartenders are true mixologists who pour their heart and soul into every drink. The best part? You can order from Flask and enjoy your cocktails right at V Pizza! Or vice versa! So, if you’re feeling fancy, you can sip on a delightful cocktail while devouring your pizza. Talk about a winning combination! In conclusion, V Pizza in Brier Creek is an absolute must-visit for anyone in the Raleigh area. With amazing pizza, a fabulous cocktail lounge next door, and a vibe that makes you feel like family, it’s the perfect spot for date nights, family outings, or just treating yourself. I can’t wait to go back for more pizza and cocktails! 🍕🍹✨

Joseph B

Decent place to eat, a good number of options, and they have gluten free options.

Khalisa Rae

one of my favorite restaurants. great gluten free options. warm and welcoming. ive only gotten sick once from the tortilla soup so if you have celiacs, i would stay away from it.

Randy Earl

I only recently discovered Cape Fear Seafood, but was very pleased to find they have a Gluten Free menu. It is limited, but the staff have been very knowledgeable and helpful in my case. I've only eaten take-out so far, but look forward to eating in the restaurant sometime to see what other menu items might be modified to accommodate Celiac disease. The food is delicious, a really great find!

David Disher

Love Pei Wei! Always a great experience at this location. And great to have a gluten free options too.

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